Flooding Warnings Issued Across Dorset Amid Heavy Rainfall

Heavy rainfall has caused flooding on major roads in Dorset, prompting warnings and delays for drivers. Roads such as the A35 and A3066 have been affected, with water building up and causing slow traffic. A flood alert was issued for Christchurch Harbour in Poole, but was later lifted. Residents are advised to be vigilant and take precautions as the rain is expected to continue throughout the morning.

Key Takeaways:

• A flood alert was issued for Christchurch Harbour in Poole, but was later lifted by 10am.
• Delays have been reported on the A35 between Dorchester and Bridport, particularly at Winterbourne Abbas and Kingston Russell.
• Heavy traffic is building on the A3066 between Bradpole and Bridport towards the East Road Roundabout.
• One lane of the A3049 near Fleetsbridge Roundabout is reportedly flooded.
• Water has collected on Manor roundabout in Weymouth, causing slow traffic.
• The heavy rainfall is expected to continue throughout the morning, with a chance of showers greater than 95% by 3pm.
• Residents are advised to be vigilant and take precautions, with no flood alerts currently in place for west Dorset.
• Heavy rainfall is expected to continue throughout the morning, with a 95% chance of showers by 3pm.
• Delays have been reported on multiple roads, including the A35 and A3066, with slow traffic and flooding.
• One lane of the A3049 near Fleetsbridge Roundabout is reportedly flooded.
• A flood alert was issued for Christchurch Harbour in Poole, but was later lifted.

Sources:

• AA Travel Map
• news@bridportnews.co.uk